History of Hispanic Heritage Month | History In A Nutshell Shorts

Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated in the U.S. from September 15 to October 15 - a time to recognize the achievements of famous Hispanic Americans as well as a celebration of Latino cultures and traditions!

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"Remember the Alamo!" | History In A Nutshell Shorts
During the Texas Revolution, Fort Alamo, located in present-day San Antonio, fell to President Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna’s Mexican troops on March 6, 1836. This siege between Mexican forces and...
Edgar Allan Poe's Ties to South Carolina | History In A Nutshell Shorts Absolum Williams

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Did you know that a Black sailor once served on the ill-fated Confederate submarine H.L. Hunley? Shortly after the Hunley's arrival in Charleston, South Carolina, Lieutenant John Payne of the...
Edgar Allan Poe's Ties to South Carolina | History In A Nutshell Shorts John Dillinger

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John Dillinger
John Herbert Dillinger is remembered as arguably the most infamous bank robber in American history. Dillinger’s crime spree across the Midwest lasted from June 1933 to July 1934. The FBI’s J. Edgar...
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The U.S. Army's Birthday | History In A Nutshell Shorts
The date of June 14th is the birthday of the United States Army! Founded on this day in 1775, the US Army’s origins are traced back to the old Continental Army, which was formed to fight against the...

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September 1-30 Visit the Knowitall blog for helpful information on using Knowitall all through the month! September Observances (Month): Hispanic Heritage (September 15 - October 15) Hispanic Heritage...